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Democratic Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig, D-Spokane, speaks on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday at the Capitol in Olympia during debate on a measure that would delay implementation of a long-term care program and the payroll tax that pays for it. The Senate passed the measure, which was passed by the House last week, and Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to sign the measure on Friday. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

State approves pause to long-term care program and tax

The state Legislature on Wednesday fast-tracked a delay of the implementation of a long-term care program — and the payroll tax that pays… Continue reading

Democratic Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig, D-Spokane, speaks on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday at the Capitol in Olympia during debate on a measure that would delay implementation of a long-term care program and the payroll tax that pays for it. The Senate passed the measure, which was passed by the House last week, and Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to sign the measure on Friday. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

Three flu-related deaths amid moderate flu activity, state reports

Three people have died in Washington after testing positive for influenza amid flu activity that has risen to moderate levels in the state,… Continue reading

Who is going to play in the Super Bowl?

Who is going to play in the Super Bowl?… Continue reading

  • Jan 27, 2022

Thursday night closure of Hood Canal Bridge reinstated

The state Department of Transportation will close state Highway 104 to traffic across the Hood Canal Bridge for five hours… Continue reading

Sheriff: driver who killed cyclist caught smoking heroin

A driver charged with striking and killing a cyclist riding on the shoulder of Central Valley Road was smoking heroin in the vehicle… Continue reading

State high court to hear case about transit fare enforcement

The state Supreme Court will consider whether fare enforcement on public transit represents an unconstitutional incursion into passengers’ right to privacy. Lower courts… Continue reading

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer is planning to retire. Should President Joe Biden fill the vacancy with a Black woman, as he’s pledged?

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer is planning to retire. Should President Joe Biden fill the vacancy with a Black woman, as he's pledged?… Continue reading

  • Jan 26, 2022

David Ortiz was elected to Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame on Tuesday. Are you surprised Barry Bonds didn’t get the required number for induction?

David Ortiz was elected to Major League Baseball's Hall of Fame on Tuesday. Are you surprised Barry Bonds didn't get the required number for induction?… Continue reading

  • Jan 25, 2022

LETTER: Keep traffic flowing into West End

Our highways into and out of Port Angeles and the West End are critical to the safety and economy of Clallam County. Our county road… Continue reading

As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine gets more intense, do you agree with 8,500 U.S. troops being put on high alert for possible deployment to Europe?

As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine gets more intense, do you agree with 8,500 U.S. troops being put on high alert for possible deployment… Continue reading

  • Jan 24, 2022

LETTER: Neal-Trump comparison is a distraction

Congratulations to Pat Neal. He has been nominated by the very selective letter editors of the PDN (“Neal like Trump?” Jan. 21-22 Peninsula Voices) to… Continue reading

Wilma Beckmann showers her dog Fozzie, a 2-year-old Saint Bernard, at Sonny’s Self Wash. Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group

Sonny’s Self Wash is a new place to clean your dog

American Rescue Plan funds help create new business, jobs

Wilma Beckmann showers her dog Fozzie, a 2-year-old Saint Bernard, at Sonny’s Self Wash. Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group

Do you think Putin-led Russia has plans to invade Ukraine?

Do you think Putin-led Russia has plans to invade Ukraine?… Continue reading

  • Jan 23, 2022

A GROWING CONCERN: Seven reasons to prune your orchard

well, actually above… Continue reading

David Brownell, executive director of the North Olympic History Center in Port Angeles, pauses near the back entrance to the old Lincoln School. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)

North Olympic Historical Center executive director explains its role

Artifacts demonstrate region’s diversity

David Brownell, executive director of the North Olympic History Center in Port Angeles, pauses near the back entrance to the old Lincoln School. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
By Dave Logan/For Peninsula Daily News First Sgt. Kent Keller of Sequim, left, presents to Linda Featheringill of Port Angeles the Purple Heart her brother was never able to receive in person as well as a United States of America War Office document. Her brother, Army Cpl. Marvin D. Actkinson, was declared missing in action in Korea on Dec. 2, 1950 and presumed dead in 1953. He was 18. His remains were returned in 2018 and will be buried in Colorado City, Texas, on Feb. 12. The Thursday ceremony was hosted by the Michael Trebert Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Northwest Veterans Resource Center in Port Angeles. Featheringill was accompanied by her daughter Eilenah Moon. About 70 people attended the ceremony, which honored Actkinson 71 years after his death.
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Presenting a Purple Heart

First Sgt. Kent Keller of Sequim, left, presents to Linda Featheringill of Port Angeles the Purple Heart her brother was never able to receive in… Continue reading

By Dave Logan/For Peninsula Daily News First Sgt. Kent Keller of Sequim, left, presents to Linda Featheringill of Port Angeles the Purple Heart her brother was never able to receive in person as well as a United States of America War Office document. Her brother, Army Cpl. Marvin D. Actkinson, was declared missing in action in Korea on Dec. 2, 1950 and presumed dead in 1953. He was 18. His remains were returned in 2018 and will be buried in Colorado City, Texas, on Feb. 12. The Thursday ceremony was hosted by the Michael Trebert Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the Northwest Veterans Resource Center in Port Angeles. Featheringill was accompanied by her daughter Eilenah Moon. About 70 people attended the ceremony, which honored Actkinson 71 years after his death.

Are you planning on participating in the next round of razor clam digs?

Are you planning on participating in the next round of razor clam digs?… Continue reading

  • Jan 22, 2022

ISSUES OF FAITH: Ten years of trials

Our youngest son will turn 10 soon. That is not so remarkable unless you know his history. When he was born, it was a big… Continue reading

Lawsuit says new majority Latino district a ‘facade’

A Latino civil rights organization and others have filed a federal lawsuit that says new political maps in Washington state approved by a… Continue reading

LETTER: Neal like Trump?

In her book “Demagogue for President: The Rhetorical Genius of Donald Trump,” Jennifer Mercieca concludes that Trump’s words are weapons, well calculated to attack our… Continue reading